Sarah Drew on Mistletoe Murders, Faith, and Career Reinvention

Embracing New Roles and Fears

• 🎭 Sarah Drew discusses her role as Emily Lane in Hallmark's "Mistletoe Murders," calling it her favorite job to date.
• 💡 She describes the show as a "cozy Christmas murder mystery" with a spooky, noir filmmaking style that sets it apart.
• 🎯 Emily Lane is characterized by her determination to do the right thing, even at personal cost, a trait Drew shares.
• 👶 Drew candidly shares her fear of screwing up as a new mother, seeking advice from her father.

Faith, Rebellion, and Hollywood

• ⛪ Raised as a pastor's daughter, Drew identifies as disciplined rather than rebellious, with her discipline stemming from a desire to pursue her passion for acting.
• 🌈 Her faith has evolved significantly through her experiences in Hollywood, moving from a black-and-white view to seeing God in everyone and embracing a more colorful perspective.
• 🚫 She has consistently resisted pressure to change who she is to fit in, prioritizing her commitment to doing the right thing.

Career Journey and Lessons Learned

• 🌟 Drew recounts her introduction to Shondaland through "Private Practice" and her unexpected nine-year run on "Grey's Anatomy" as April Kepner.
• 🎬 She initially auditioned for a different role on "Grey's Anatomy" and was later offered a two-episode arc, which unexpectedly led to a series regular position.
• 🎤 The role of Lucille Ball for a radio show was initially terrifying, but Drew discovered a knack for recreating accents and voices, overcoming her fear through practice.
• 💔 Early rejections, like not getting a role at Lincoln Center in high school, were crushing but taught her the resilience needed in the industry.

Personal Reflections and Relationships

• 💖 Drew believes in love or immediate connection at first sight, recalling her experience meeting her husband.
• 🛍️ Her most chaotic purchase involves late-night Amazon buys for elaborate Halloween costumes.
• 💬 She admits to a toxic trait of getting self-absorbed and overthinking interactions, a habit her husband helps her manage.
• 🤝 The secret to her 20-year marriage is open communication and eliminating sarcasm, focusing on not intentionally hurting each other.
• 👨‍👦 A humbling parenting moment involved her son exhibiting more maturity than she did after a heated argument, prompting her to apologize and take accountability.

Connecting with Audiences

• 🌟 Drew's "I made it" moments include her children enjoying her work and a young fan named Coco becoming a superfan of "Mistletoe Murders."
• 💬 She hopes her work makes viewers feel less alone, loved, and that they matter, fostering a sense of belonging.
• 🧐 Drew wishes to dispel the misconception that people of faith are judgmental, emphasizing that people of faith come in all forms.